Cosmin Nicula
About Cosmin Nicula
Cosmin Nicula is a Senior Java and DevOps Engineer with over a decade of experience, currently working at Axway and freelancing as a Senior Java Cloud Engineer. He holds a Master's degree in Information Systems and has expertise in orchestrating microservices, building AWS infrastructure, and improving developer experiences.
Work at Axway
Cosmin Nicula has been employed at Axway as a Senior Java | DevOps Engineer since 2012. In this role, he focuses on enhancing the development process and improving developer experience. His responsibilities include orchestrating microservices with Kubernetes and building automation pipelines using GitLab. He has contributed to various projects that aim to streamline workflows and reduce repetitive tasks.
Education and Expertise
Cosmin Nicula holds a Master of Science (MS) in Information Systems for Economic Processes and Resources from Bucharest University of Economic Studies, where he studied from 2008 to 2010. He also earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) in the same field from 2004 to 2008. His academic background provides a strong foundation in computer science and cybernetics, which supports his expertise in Java, DevOps, and cloud engineering.
Background
Before joining Axway, Cosmin worked at IBM as a .NET Engineer from 2009 to 2012. His experience at IBM contributed to his technical skills and understanding of software development practices. In addition to his full-time role at Axway, he has been working as a Senior Java Cloud Engineer in a freelance capacity since 2022, focusing on remote work opportunities.
Technical Skills and Tools
Cosmin Nicula specializes in server-side development using Java and Spring Boot. He builds AWS infrastructure with Terraform and orchestrates microservices using Kubernetes. He is also focused on improving developer experience through tooling and self-service solutions. Additionally, he is open to learning Node.js and TypeScript, and occasionally addresses complex topics related to React.
Professional Interests
Cosmin has a strong interest in reducing repetitive tasks in software development and enhancing overall efficiency. He is committed to building automation pipelines and improving development processes. His preference for full-time B2B or permanent remote work without relocation aligns with current trends in the tech industry, allowing him to leverage his skills in a flexible work environment.